Detector, beam splitter, and other optical components that operate in the "far infrared" in order to measure phonon and vibrational modes at low energies (100-400 cm-1).
ID: N00173-25-Q-1301251837Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/3e10e87d1b474b2881bf28cf40062805/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), intends to award a sole source purchase order to Bruker Scientific, LLC for optical components, specifically a detector and beam splitter, designed for far infrared measurements in the range of 100-400 cm-1. These components are crucial for measuring phonon and vibrational modes at low energies, which are significant in various scientific and defense applications. The procurement will follow Simplified Acquisition Procedures under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b), applicable for purchases not exceeding $250,000. Interested parties may express their capability to meet these requirements by referencing notice number N00173-25-Q-1301251837, with responses due by July 10, 2025, at 0800 hours. For further inquiries, contact Maximilian Fritts at maxmilian.r.fritts.civ@us.navy.mil or Jamie Dixon at jamie.l.dixon8.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    6100-0113 Notice of Intent.pdf
    The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is announcing its intent to award a sole source purchase order to Bruker Scientific, LLC, for optical components including a detector and beam splitter for use in far infrared measurements (100-400 cm-1). This action is categorized under Simplified Acquisition Procedures in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b), applicable to purchases under $250,000. The NRL will consider responses from other interested parties expressing their capability to meet these requirements, but any decision to seek competitive proposals rests solely with the government. The notice emphasizes that submissions must provide compelling evidence for the potential benefits of competition. Interested parties should reference the notice number (N00173-25-Q-1301251837) in their communications. The closing date for responses is July 10, 2025, at 0800 hours.
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